The Strix Point series from AMD has made its debut with two Zen 5 APUs, both categorized under the Ryzen AI 300 series. Recently, AMD introduced the AI Pro 300 series aimed at business customers, and now they have revealed the naming conventions for the upcoming Strix Halo series.
Naming Confirmation
As earlier speculated, Strix Halo APUs will be part of the Ryzen AI Max 300 series. This was confirmed through the latest AMD chipset driver (V6.10.02.1849). Although AMD has yet to provide more details, recent leaks indicate that the new series will launch with three APUs.
Top-of-the-Line Specs
The premier model in this lineup is expected to be the Ryzen AI Max+ 395, boasting 16 Zen 5 CPU cores and an RDNA 3.5 integrated graphics processor (iGPU) with 40 compute units (CUs). In comparison, the higher-end Radeon 890M found in the existing Strix Point series has 16 CUs and can run most games smoothly at 1080p with medium to high settings.
With its 40 CUs, the upcoming RDNA 3.5 iGPU in the Strix Halo could deliver an even superior gaming experience. It may even rival the performance of dedicated GPUs found in upper mid-range gaming laptops, like the Alienware m16 R2, currently priced at $1,451.99 on Best Buy.
Additional Models
In addition to the AI Max+ 395, the Ryzen AI Max 300 series is believed to include two other APUs. One of these is the AI Max 390, which is said to have 12 Zen 5 cores and the same iGPU as the flagship model. The entry-level option is rumored to be the AI Max 385, featuring an 8-core CPU and a 32 CUs iGPU, which doubles the GPU cores compared to the Radeon 890M.
AMD has not officially confirmed these specifications, nor have they provided a launch timeline. However, earlier reports suggest that the Strix Point series might officially launch at CES 2025.
HXL on X via: Wccftech
